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Chevrolet 2005 Colorado User Manual

Chevrolet 2005 Colorado
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Seats and Restraint Systems
........................... 1-1
Front Seats
............................................... 1-3
Rear Seats
............................................... 1-8
Safety Belts
............................................. 1-11
Child Restraints
....................................... 1-32
Airbag System
......................................... 1-61
Restraint System Check
............................ 1-75
Features and Controls
..................................... 2-1
Keys
........................................................ 2-2
Doors and Locks
....................................... 2-7
Windows
................................................. 2-12
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................ 2-14
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
........... 2-16
Mirrors
.................................................... 2-35
OnStar
®
System
...................................... 2-39
Storage Areas
......................................... 2-41
Instrument Panel
............................................. 3-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 3-4
Climate Controls
...................................... 3-19
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
........ 3-22
Driver Information Center (DIC)
.................. 3-36
Audio System(s)
....................................... 3-43
Driving Your Vehicle
....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
..... 4-2
Towing
................................................... 4-50
Service and Appearance Care
.......................... 5-1
Service
..................................................... 5-3
Fuel
......................................................... 5-5
Checking Things Under the Hood
............... 5-10
Rear Axle
............................................... 5-44
Four-Wheel Drive
..................................... 5-45
Front Axle
............................................... 5-46
Bulb Replacement
.................................... 5-47
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
......... 5-52
Tires
...................................................... 5-54
Appearance Care
..................................... 5-90
Vehicle Identification
................................. 5-98
Electrical System
...................................... 5-99
Capacities and Specifications
................... 5-103
Maintenance Schedule
..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
................................ 6-2
Customer Assistance and Information
.............. 7-1
Customer Assistance and Information
........... 7-2
Reporting Safety Defects
........................... 7-10
Index
.................................................................1
2005 Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual M

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Chevrolet 2005 Colorado Specifications

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BrandChevrolet
Model2005 Colorado
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Front Seats

Details on adjusting manual and power front seats, including lumbar and heating features.

Safety Belts

Information on proper usage, types, and importance of safety belts for all occupants.

Child Restraints

Guidance on using child restraints, including LATCH system and proper installation.

Front Seats

Power Seats

Details on operating power seat controls for adjusting seat position and recline.

Safety Belts

Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone

Explains how to use safety belts properly and what not to do, with cautions on riding in cargo areas.

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly

Guidance for adults on wearing lap-shoulder belts correctly, with a note on child belt considerations.

Driver Position

Specific instructions for wearing a lap-shoulder belt in the driver's position.

Child Restraints

Older Children

How older children should use vehicle safety belts, with a recommendation for rear seats.

Infants and Young Children

Importance of child restraints for infants and young children, and legal requirements.

Child Restraint Systems

Description of different types of child restraint systems like infant car beds, rear-facing, and forward-facing seats.

Where to Put the Restraint

Recommendation to secure child restraints in the rear seat, with warnings about front passenger airbags.

Top Strap

Information on the top strap (tether) for child restraints and its proper anchoring.

Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System)

Explanation of the LATCH system for easier child restraint installation, using vehicle anchors instead of safety belts.

Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System (Crew Cab)

Steps for installing child restraints using the LATCH system in crew cab vehicles.

Airbag System

When Should an Airbag Inflate?

Explanation of airbag deployment triggers, thresholds, and factors influencing inflation speed.

Airbag Off Switch

How to use the instrument panel switch to turn off the front passenger airbag, with conditions for infants and children.

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Restraint System Check

Ensuring safety belts, buckles, retractors, and airbag covers are working properly and checking for damage.

Service

Encouragement to use dealer service for genuine GM parts and trained technicians.

Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash

Guidance on inspecting and replacing restraint systems, including airbags and seat belts, after a crash.

Fuel

Information on gasoline octane, specifications, and additives for proper vehicle maintenance.

Engine Oil

How to check engine oil level, add oil, and the importance of using the correct type.

Engine Oil Life System

How the system calculates oil life and when to reset it after an oil change.

Automatic Transmission Fluid

When to check and change automatic transmission fluid and filter based on driving conditions.

Engine Coolant

What DEX-COOL® coolant is and how to add it, with cautions about using plain water or other mixtures.

Engine Overheating

What to do if the engine overheats, including steam warnings and when to stop service.

Brakes

Information about brake fluid level and reasons for its decrease.

Brake Wear

How to identify worn brake pads and linings through sound and inspection.

Battery

Information about the maintenance-free battery and vehicle storage precautions.

Jump Starting

Safe procedures for jump starting a vehicle using another vehicle and jumper cables.

Bulb Replacement

How to replace exterior and interior bulbs, including headlamps and taillamps.

Inflation - Tire Pressure

Importance of correct tire pressure and consequences of under- or over-inflation.

When It Is Time for New Tires

How to identify when tires need replacement based on treadwear indicators and damage.

If a Tire Goes Flat

What to expect during a tire blowout or slow leak and how to stop safely.

Changing a Flat Tire

Step-by-step instructions for safely changing a flat tire, including vehicle stabilization.

Appearance Care

General advice on cleaning vehicle surfaces, including fabric, vinyl, leather, and glass.

Washing Your Vehicle

Proper methods for washing the vehicle to preserve paint finish, including soap choice and drying.

Tires

Importance of tire maintenance, including pressure, wear, and condition, with cautions about improper use.

Electrical System

Overview of the vehicle's electrical system, including fuses and circuit breakers.

Capacities and Specifications

Table of approximate fluid capacities and vehicle specifications in English and Metric.

Section 2 Features and Controls

Doors and Locks

How to operate door locks from inside and outside, including power locks and security features.

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Overview of theft-deterrent features like Content Theft-Deterrent and Passlock®.

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Guidance on new vehicle break-in, ignition positions, and starting the engine.

Keys

Remote Keyless Entry System

How the keyless entry system operates, including FCC compliance and basic functions.

Remote Keyless Entry System Operation

Detailed steps for locking, unlocking, and using the panic feature of the remote keyless entry transmitter.

Doors and Locks

Windows

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Starting Your Engine

Procedures for starting the engine with automatic and manual transmissions, including safety features.

Manual Transmission Operation

Four-Wheel Drive

Parking Brake

Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transmission)

Shifting Out of Park (P) (Automatic Transmission)

Engine Exhaust

OnStar® System

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

General overview of instrument panel components and their locations.

Cruise Control

How to set, resume, increase, decrease, and end cruise control operation, with safety cautions.

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Description of warning lights and gages that signal vehicle functions or problems.

Airbag Readiness Light

What the airbag readiness light indicates about the airbag system's electrical status.

Brake System Warning Light

What the brake system warning light indicates about hydraulic brake system function.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

What the check engine light indicates about the emission control system and potential problems.

Driver Information Center (DIC)

How the DIC display provides information, warnings, and messages.

DIC Warnings and Messages

What various warning messages displayed on the DIC mean and how to acknowledge them.

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

General advice on safe driving practices, including defensive driving and awareness of road conditions.

Defensive Driving

Principles of driving defensively, including anticipating others and maintaining following distance.

Drunken Driving

Dangers of drinking and driving, effects of alcohol on driving skills, and BAC levels.

Braking

Control of a Vehicle

The three systems controlling vehicle movement: brakes, steering, and accelerator.

Braking

Explanation of perception and reaction time in braking, and factors affecting stopping distance.

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

How ABS works to prevent braking skids and what the warning light indicates.

Traction Control System (TCS)

Steering

Loss of Control

Off-Road Driving with Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle

Scanning the Terrain

Driving Uphill

Driving Downhill

Driving Across an Incline

Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice

Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads

Hydroplaning

City Driving

Freeway Driving

Before Leaving on a Long Trip

Driving on Steep Country

Winter Driving

If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow

Loading Your Vehicle

Tire and Loading Information Label

Certification/Tire Label

Towing

Towing a Trailer

Weight of the Trailer

Tires

Driving with a Trailer

Making Turns

Driving On Grades

Parking on Hills

Maintenance When Trailer Towing

Section 6 Maintenance Schedule

Introduction

Importance of proper vehicle maintenance for safety, performance, and the environment.

Maintenance Requirements

Notice regarding the necessity of scheduled maintenance for warranty coverage and vehicle condition.

Scheduled Maintenance

Explanation of Maintenance I and II schedules based on the CHANGE OIL light and time intervals.

Additional Required Services

Table listing services required at specific mileage intervals, including emission control services.

Owner Checks and Services

Owner-performed checks and services at fuel fill, monthly, and yearly intervals for safety and performance.

Engine Oil Level Check

How to check engine oil level and add oil if necessary, with notices about proper levels.

Engine Coolant Level Check

How to check engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL® mixture if needed.

Recommended Fluids and Lubricants

Table listing recommended fluids and lubricants by name, part number, and usage.

Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts

Table of common replacement parts with GM and ACDelco part numbers.

Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information

Customer Assistance and Information

Overview of customer assistance resources and contact points.

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Steps to follow for resolving concerns with the dealership or Chevrolet.

Roadside Assistance Program

Details on Chevrolet's roadside assistance services covered under warranty.

Reporting Safety Defects

How to report safety defects to the US and Canadian governments and General Motors.

Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government

How to inform NHTSA about vehicle safety defects and the investigation process.

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